Domestic Violence Against Women in Bangladesh

Abstract

In recent times, several incidents of rape and violence against women have come to light in Bangladesh. Whether rape has increased or decreased is not a big deal. What matters is how society and the state view these crimes. Equal importance must be given to all cases of rape and torture. There are limitations, inactivity of law enforcement. There are issues of political influence. Many of those who are committing these crimes think, my mama is the chairman. Someone's uncle-uncle is a big boss, a leader. There is a delay in the trial. Witnesses have no protection. Many do not want to testify for fear of harassment. All in all, the country lacks the environment and environment that is needed for fair justice. Social movements can play a big role in stopping rape and torture. Anger is a temporary thing. As seen in the past, it stops after a while. But social movement is a permanent issue. For example, the state must identify the culprits and ensure punishment. And we have to create such an environment in the society that no one will help the criminal in any way. Even if they are close in terms of relatives or political ideology, they will not show any sympathy. It will be more fruitful if the criminal is boycotted socially.